Crossville Home Condemned Following Drug Investigation
The Crossville Codes Office condemned a home on Braun Street Friday after police conducted a narcotics search warrant. Police did not identify the suspects but said evidence will be presented to the Cumberland County Grand Jury. Crossville Police Department officials said the search warrant followed long term investigations on illegal narcotics distribution at the home.
THP Encourages Drivers, Cyclists To Be Cautious In Summer Months
The Tennessee Highway Patrol wants both drivers and bicyclists to be mindful of each other on the roadway this summer. Cookeville Captain R.C. Christian said the rules of the road apply to more than just those behind the wheel. “People need to realize that if you’re in an automobile you have to abide by the […]
Cookeville Fire Planning Fifth District, Increasing Coverage Area
The Cookeville Fire Department (CFD) looks to begin the process of creating a fifth station covering the city’s west side. Captain Daniel Snyder said Friday the expansion would greatly benefit more of Cookeville’s residents. “What we’re looking at is to provide better coverage citywide,” Snyder said. “We have annexed west Cookeville [and] there’s a gap […]
Monterey Taco Bell Still Happening
Monterey residents shouldn’t be losing hope about getting a Taco Bell. Mayor Bill Wiggins said the project remains alive despite a lengthy delay. “I’m not in the business of squelching rumors, but folks, the Taco Bell is still going to happen,” Wiggins said. “I don’t want to reveal too much about my conversations with the […]
Tennessee Tech Sees Record Doctorate Graduates
Tennessee Tech saw a record number of Doctoral graduates during the May commencement. Senior Associate Provost and Dean of College of Graduate Studies Mark Stephens said the university graduated 25 Ph.D. students. “We currently have three Ph.D. programs at Tech. The largest is the Ph.D. in engineering,” Stephens said. “They have the largest number of […]
National Nurses Week Highlights Importance of Nurses
The National Nurses Week highlights the work of nurses all over the country, including the Upper Cumberland. That according to Interim Dean of Nursing at Tennessee Tech Kim Hannah. “National Nurses Week is a time for everyone, individuals, employers, other healthcare professionals, and community leaders to recognize the vast contributions and positive impact of America’s […]
Crossville to Consider Fixed-Base Operator Proposals
Crossville City Council will consider recommended Fixed Based Operator proposals for the Crossville Memorial Airport on Tuesday. City Manager Greg Wood said the city must complete a request for quotation within 90 days after appointing the interim airport manager. “Some of them are pretty strong and we are going to have to decide how aggressive […]
